noun
endangerment
Endangerment (noun) means the act of putting a person or thing in danger, or the state of being in danger. Example: “The driver was charged with reckless endangerment after the crash.”
noun
1
The act of putting a person or thing in danger, or the state of being in danger.
"The driver was charged with reckless endangerment after the crash."
"Child endangerment cases are handled by a specialized unit."
How to use endangerment
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA legal or general term for exposing someone to risk or harm.
Common pairings
child endangerment
reckless endangerment
endangerment charge
Vocabulary Flow
Build your vocabulary from words like endangerment.
Vocabulary Flow serves the next word, and the next — meaning, pronunciation and an example each time. Practice at your level, or learn English in your own language.
Start vocabulary practice
Word forms
- Plural
- endangerments
Fill the gap
Can you complete this real example?
The driver was charged with reckless _____ after the crash.
Etymology
Built from endanger plus the noun-forming suffix -ment.
Synonyms
View more →Related words
Rhymes for endangerment
See all rhymes for endangerment →Frequently asked questions
What does “endangerment” mean?
The word “endangerment” means the act of putting a person or thing in danger, or the state of being in danger. In plain terms, a legal or general term for exposing someone to risk or harm.
How do you use “endangerment” in a sentence?
Here is “endangerment” used in a sentence: “The driver was charged with reckless endangerment after the crash.”
What part of speech is “endangerment”?
“Endangerment” is a noun.
What is the meaning of endangerment?
"endangerment" (noun) means the act of putting a person or thing in danger, or the state of being in danger.
